The history of biryani encompasses generations, cultures and cooking techniques; the dish took on its current form by incorporating components from numerous cultures. Although it is now accessible to everyone, biryani still has the same significance of luxury, richness and speciality among people in India, preserving the history and the rich culture of the meal.

In different regions, the dish is prepared in a variety of unique ways thanks to the blending of regional flavours and ingredients. Kolkata, Hyderabad and Lucknow are home to some of India’s most well-known varieties of biryani.